{"product_id":"dto163-sigmatek-digital-output-module-dias-series-16-channel-2a","title":"DTO163 SIGMATEK Digital Output Module | DIAS Series 16-Channel 2A","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngineering Overview \u0026amp; DIAS System Architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eSIGMATEK DTO163\u003c\/strong\u003e (Art.-No. \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e05-007-163\u003c\/strong\u003e) is a high-density 16-channel positive-switching (PNP) digital output module engineered for the legacy \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eDIAS\u003c\/strong\u003e automation bus architecture. Delivering a continuous 2A load capacity per channel with integrated short-circuit protection and dedicated yellow status LEDs, this module directly interfaces with industrial actuators, solenoid valves, and indicator lamps without requiring interposing relays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerminal Designation \u0026amp; Mechanical Footprint\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatching Connector Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eDKL 012\u003c\/strong\u003e (Art.-No. \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e05-024-012\u003c\/strong\u003e), featuring a secure 17-pole spring-clamp terminal block for reliable field wiring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModule Mass \u0026amp; Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact industrial rack-mounting form factor weighing approximately 0.22 lbs (1.0 kg packaged).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal Operating Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rated for continuous operation between 0°C and +60°C (storage limits from -20°C to +85°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Specifications \u0026amp; Current Budgeting Matrix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance Domain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter Metric\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngineering Specification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdentification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eManufacturer \u0026amp; Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eSIGMATEK\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eDTO163\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eDIAS\u003c\/strong\u003e System)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Channels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCount \u0026amp; Logic Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e16 digital outputs; +24V DC positive switching (PNP) with short-circuit protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Limits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePer Channel \/ Bank \/ Total\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2A max per channel; 6A max per 8-channel group; 10A max total module current (100% duty)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiming Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSwitch-On \/ Switch-Off Delay\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; 200 μs turn-on delay; \u0026lt; 2000 μs turn-off delay\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Integrity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVoltage Drop \u0026amp; Leakage\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e≤ 1V supply drop (ON state); ≤ 12 μA residual leakage current (OFF state)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInductive Clamping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMax Breaking Energy\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e0.65 Joule max per channel; 1.95 Joule max per 4-channel subset\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eField Power Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVoltage \u0026amp; Backplane Draw\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e18–30V DC field input (+24V \/ 1-2); +5V DIAS backplane draw (20 mA typical, 40 mA max)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Guidelines \u0026amp; Practical Deployment Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVerify that total current consumption across any 8-channel group (+24V \/ 1-2) does not exceed 6A to prevent thermal overload of internal power planes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnsure total module current remains at or below the 10A absolute ceiling during simultaneous multi-channel actuation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAccount for the 2000 μs maximum turn-off delay when programming time-critical safety interlocks or high-speed pneumatic pulse trains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUtilize the 17-pole \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eDKL 012\u003c\/strong\u003e spring-clamp connector to maintain vibration-proof wire retention in high-shock industrial machinery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical FAQ \u0026amp; Field Engineering Guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why does the \u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eDTO163\u003c\/span\u003e specify a 10A total module limit when 16 channels at 2A equal 32A?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The internal bus power distribution traces and common return paths are thermally rated for a maximum of 10A total module draw and 6A per 8-channel bank. Engineers must distribute high-draw loads across multiple modules or external power supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I manage inductive kickback when driving large hydraulic solenoids with the \u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eDTO163\u003c\/span\u003e?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module absorbs up to 0.65 Joules per channel (1.95 Joules per 4 channels) of inductive energy. For heavy-duty inductive coils exceeding these limits, install external flyback diodes across the actuator terminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What indicates a short-circuit trip on the front face of the \u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eDTO163\u003c\/span\u003e?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The yellow status LEDs adjacent to each input\/output terminal string provide real-time signal status. A short-circuit event automatically disables the affected driver stage and extinguishes the corresponding channel LED.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I hot-swap the \u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eDTO163\u003c\/span\u003e module on an active DIAS backplane rack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. Always disconnect the external +24V DC field power and rack power before unseating the module or disconnecting the \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eDKL 012\u003c\/strong\u003e spring-clamp terminal block to prevent bus corruption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why is the turn-off delay (2000 μs) significantly longer than the turn-on delay (200 μs)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The internal solid-state output transistor switches on rapidly to energize loads, but the turn-off delay incorporates intentional filtering and inductive discharge decay times to protect semiconductor junctions from voltage spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SIGMATEK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68048898064566,"sku":"DTO163","price":166.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/7863\/8774\/files\/DTO163-1.jpg?v=1794468320","url":"https:\/\/www.plcsparehub.com\/products\/dto163-sigmatek-digital-output-module-dias-series-16-channel-2a","provider":"Global PLC Spare Hub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}